CNS depressant interaction. Pregnancy: insufficient data. Generally well tolerated at supplement doses.
Exogenous GABA supplementation has anxiolytic and sleep-promoting effects. Debate exists on whether oral GABA crosses the blood-brain barrier.
Serves as building block for protein synthesis or direct precursor for neurotransmitters, hormones, and enzymatic cofactors. Participates in nitrogen metabolism, energy production, and cellular signalling pathways relevant to studied health outcomes.
| Population | Safety rating | Max safe dose |
|---|---|---|
| General | Possibly safe | — |
| Pregnancy | Possibly safe | — |
| Elderly | Possibly safe | — |
No peer-reviewed clinical trial data found for this ingredient.
Data by supplement.ge — Public Health Institute of Georgia (PHIG)